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Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility while taking Fybogel

NHS medicines information on Fybogel and whether you can take it while pregnant or breastfeeding.

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This NHS content is written for people in England. Medicine names, availability, prescribing and services may differ in other countries.

Fybogel and pregnancy

Fybogel is commonly taken during pregnancy and is not harmful to your baby.

Fybogel and breastfeeding

You can take Fybogel while breastfeeding.

It does not pass into breast milk so has not caused any side effects in breastfed babies.

It’s important to drink plenty of fluids while taking Fybogel, and this will also help with your breast milk supply.

View the original NHS website page ↗. Refreshed 19 August 2026.

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